Pest Control

Pest Control

No pet owner wants to see her furry family member scratching constantly, but fending off fleas and ticks isn’t just about keeping the itchies at bay. “Every year, serious illnesses and deaths occur from diseases these parasites transmit,” says Susan E. Little, DVM, researcher and professor of veterinary parasitology at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK. Plus, “when we protect our pets, we protect people too.” Here’s what to know to keep these bugs out of your and your pet’s lives.